US GlobalSat BU-353-S4 SiRF Star IV USB GPS Receiver

Description

Manufacturer Description
The BU-353-S4 is a USB GPS receiver that features a highly sensitive, low power consumption chipset in a ultra compact form factor. The BU-353-S4 is powered by a SiRF Star IV GPS chipset, and will provide you with superior performance in urban canyons, and in dense foliage. With the SiRF CGEE (Client Generated Extended Ephemeris) technology, has the capability of predicting satellite positions for up to 3 days in advance, and will deliver a CGEE-start time of less than 15 seconds under most conditions without any network assistance. The bu-353-S4’s MicroPower mode allows the receiver to stay in a hot start-like condition almost continuously while consuming very little power. The BU-353-S4 is suitable for the following applications:
Automotive navigation
Personal positioning
Fleet management
Mobile phone navigation
Marine navigation
Features and Tips
Here is a list of
BU-353-S4 SiRF Star IV USB Cable GPS features
, along with a few user tips.
SiRF Star IV High Performance GPS chipset – WAAS
High sensitivity (Tracking Sensitivity: -163 dBm)
Extremely fast TTFF (Time To First Fix) at low signal level
Support NMEA 0183 data protocol
Built-in SuperCap to reserve system data for rapid satellite acquisition
Built-in patch antenna.
Super-cohesive magnetic for mounting on the car
USB interface connection port.
Waterproof and non-slip on the bottom.
LED indicator for GPS fix or not fix.
LED OFF: Receiver switch off
LED ON: No fix, signal searching
LED Flashing: Position fixed
Compatible with
Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP
MAC OSX 10.3 and above
Android 3.1 and above
Linux 2.4.31 and above
Specifications:
Chipset: SiRF Star IV
Frequency: N/A
C/A code: N/Ae
Channels: 48 channel all-in-view tracking
Sensitivity: -163 dBm
Accuracy Position: N/A
Time: 1us synchronized to GPS time
Datum
Default: WGS-84
Protocol:
GPS Protocol: Default: NMEA 0183 (Secondary: SiRF Binary) SiRF Binary>> Position, Velocity, Altitude, Status and Control
GPS Output Data: NMEA 0183 MEA V3.0 Protocol and supports command: GGA, GSA, GSV, RMC, VTG, GLL v2.2 (VTG and GLL are optional), ZDA
GPS Transfer Rate: Software Command setting (Default: 4800,n,8,1 for NMEA)
Acquisition Time
Reacquisition: 0.1 sec., average
Hot start: 1 sec., average
Warm start: 35 sec., average
Cold start: 35 sec., average
Update Rate: 1Hz
Dynamic Conditions
Altitude: 18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max
Velocity: 515 meters/second (1000 knots/151 MPH) max
Acceleration: Less than 4g
Jerk: 20m/sec
Environmental Specifications
Operating: -40° ~ 85°C (-40° ~ 185°F)
Storage: -40° ~ 85°C (-40° ~ 185°F)
Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing
Electrical Characteristics
Main power input: 4.5V ~ 6.5V DC input
Current: 55mA Maximum
Protocol Electrical level: TTL level
Output voltage level: 0V~2.85V
Physical Characteristics
Dimension: 2.08″ Dia (53mm dia, 19.2mm height)
USB Cable length: 1,500mm (59″)
Weight: 62.37g (2.2 oz)
What’s Included In The Box?
The US GlobalSat BU-353-S4 SiRF Star IV USB Cable GPS ships with the following items included:
BU-353-S4 USB GPS Receiver
Suction Cup
CD-ROM (User Manual & GPS Info Test Utility)